I've built a few AKs and an RPK and am burned out on that. I was surprised to see the price you could build an AR for. It's a good savings over $900+ for a new Bushmaster. I've also read that it's easier than doing an AK. Anyway, I was hoping for a recommendation on parts. What I'm interested in building is something that looks military, doesn't look all tricked out, is above-average accurate, and doesn't cost me a fortune.

It seems like a Stag lower from AIM is a good start. I'd like to get a match-grade trigger group. For an upper, I like the fixed carry handle, flash-hider look, no stainless steel. Does anybody have any specific recommendations for parts, vendors, etc. Newbie questions, I know. Thanks for the help.